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    Do AV Receiver Brands Sound Different?

    There are long-standing claims that certain AV receiver brands have a different "sound" than others. Is there any truth behind the claims?...

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    Sofabaton X2 Smart Remote – First Look

    Sofabaton X2 smart remote adds touchscreen, IR transmitters & smart home upgrades—launching October 2025 as a true Harmony Elite successor....

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    Is Harmony Still An Option For 2023?

    I see a lot of articles talking about “The Best X Harmony Replacements.” But what about Is Harmony still an option for...

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    Can A Subwoofer Make Your System Sound Worse?

    We love our subwoofers around here but adding a subwoofer can make your system sound worse! How can this be? Let's discuss....

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    What Is Killing Home Theater?

    Something is killing home theater. In fact, it seems to be a lot of somethings. They are not new, and they aren't...

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    Plex Vs. Emby – Which Is The Best Media Server?

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    What Size TV for A Bedroom?

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Subwoofers December 6, 2022 Tom Andry

Why Can I Localize My Subwoofer?


Being able to localize your subwoofer is a problem. It means that those lowest notes are now directional But why? What can you do about Continue Reading →

Switches & Repeaters December 5, 2022 Andrew

NexusLink G.HN 2000 WAVE 2 Ethernet Adapters Review


Today we focus on the NexusLink G.HN 2000 WAVE 2 Ethernet Adapters! A great solution if you need to extend connectivity to a room! Continue Reading →

Speakers December 2, 2022 Tom Andry

Old Speakers with a New Surround Sound System – Can It Work?


Can older speakers work with all the new Atmos and 4k surround sound systems? We walk you through how to spot the deal from the Continue Reading →

Soundbars December 1, 2022 Tom Andry

Why Your Atmos Soundbar Sounds Like Crap


So you just shelled out a pile of money for a "top-of-the-line" Atmos soundbar but the sound is disappointing. Here's why. Continue Reading →

Surround Receivers November 30, 2022 Tom Andry

Can My AV Receiver’s Room Correction Fix Mismatched Speakers


One question we get a lot is if an AV receiver's room correction program can fix mismatched speakers. Let's discuss. Continue Reading →

News & Opinion November 29, 2022 Tom Andry

What To Buy For the AV Enthusiast in Your Life? (not a buying guide)


Buy for the AV enthusiast can be an impossible task. You don't understand half of what they go on about. What to do? We have Continue Reading →

Buying Guides November 28, 2022 Andrew

AV Gadget’s 2022 Gift Guide


It's time for AV Gadget's 2022 Gift Guide. Full of lots of helpful gifts for everyone on your list, you are sure to find something Continue Reading →

Surround Receivers November 25, 2022 Tom Andry

Is Your Room Correction Lying?


You'll often hear people claiming that their room correction made a mistake. Is your room correction lying? What to do? Continue Reading →

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